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Electric Picnic organisers urged to engage more with council ahead of 2026 event
A Laois County Councillor has urged Electric Picnic organisers to engage more with the local authority ahead of the 2026 festival.
Cllr Aisling Moran was...
Laois County Council set to host international climate gathering with an array of well...
Laois County Council has been named as the host organisation for the upcoming Climate Carnival 2025, taking place at Ballintubbert Gardens and House.
Over two...
In Pictures: A day of fun and connection at Heywood Community School
Heywood Community School proudly hosted its inaugural “Heywood Unplugged” Multi-Activity Day recently.
This was a vibrant celebration of student wellbeing, teamwork, and school spirit.
The event...
Senator calls on Minister to ‘step in’ as Laois nursing home residents ‘face losing...
Sinn Féin Senator Maria McCormack has called on the Minister for Health and the HSE to urgently intervene in the case of a Laois...
In Pictures: Portlaoise Institute celebrates record graduate numbers with dual ceremonies
Portlaoise Institute proudly celebrated the achievements of its students recently, hosting two graduation ceremonies at the Killeshin Hotel.
The dual events were held to accommodate...
Laois Partnership Company launches survey ‘on making the county a better place to live’
Your local development company, Laois Partnership Company (LPC), is seeking the views and opinions of the people of Laois in forming its new strategic...
Hospitality and tourism businesses in Laois encouraged to join free communications workshop
A workshop focusing on Communicating your Hospitality and Tourism Business’ Green and Sustainability Credentials will take place on Tuesday, September 30 from 10am to...
Clonad GAA club to host a Special Culture Night Screening of award winning film
Clonad GAA Club is set to celebrate Culture Night 2025 with a unique community event that promises an unforgettable evening of film, music, and...
Laois County Council vote not to nominate any candidate for presidential election
Laois County Councillors have voted not to nominate any candidate to give them the opportunity to run for President of Ireland.
Independent candidate Gareth Sheridan...
LIVE BLOG: Presidential candidates seek nomination from Laois County Council
It is a big day in Laois County Council as candidates seeking nomination to be able to run for president of Ireland are here.
Laois...
New Laois tourism attraction opens its doors following €250,000 Fáilte Ireland investment
Making Tracks, a low carbon, slow tourism enterprise, located in Ballybrophy, comprising of glamping, horse drawn wagon tours and Irish Country House hostel is...
In Pictures: Laois secondary school wins prestigious AIMS Award for Grease
St Mary’s CBS, Portlaoise, has been honoured with a coveted AIMS Award for their outstanding 2025 production of Grease.
The chairman of AIMS, Gerry Sweeney,...
40 years of Spink Comhaltas celebrated in book available in local libraries
Spink Comhaltas celebrated 40 years in 2023 and to mark this milestone, a history of the branch was researched and published at the end...
Embrace FARM launches new supports for bereaved children and young adults
Embrace FARM, the agricultural charity supporting farm families across Ireland since 2014, is launching a variety of new support services specifically designed to help...
Clonaslee Show cancelled amid fears of weekend washout
The poor weather forecast for the weekend has claimed its first victim with the news that the Clonaslee Show has been cancelled.
The long-running and...
Fundraiser launched for three-year-old Laois boy following devastating cancer diagnosis
A fundraiser has been launched for a three-year-old Laois boy and his family after he was diagnosed with cancer.
The young man in question is...
In Pictures: All smiles as Portlaoise Comhaltas host All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil celebration night
Portlaoise Comhaltas celebrated their recent amazing Fleadh achievements on Friday September 5 at The Heath Golf Club with a night of music, song and...
Laois woman presents €1m cheque after run with showbiz pal Colin Farrell
Emma Fogarty has handed over €1million to EB charity Debra – almost a year after her brave Dublin Marathon fundraiser with Hollywood star Colin...
Laois man set to complete Dublin Marathon to raise funds following father’s cancer diagnosis
A well known Laois man is set to run the Dublin City Marathon in October to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society.
Portlaoise's Jack...
Trilogy Triathlon Club set to mark 21st anniversary with Celebration Night
Trilogy Triathlon Club are celebrating their 21st anniversary this year and are putting plans in place to mark the occasion.
The club are holding a...
Laois County Council called upon to clean up statue that is in ‘horrible’ condition
Laois County Council have been called upon to clean up a statue of a prominent local figure that is in 'horrible' condition.
Labour Councillor Marie...
Presidential campaign arrives in Portlaoise as Catherine Connolly sets out her stall
It's a beautiful September Tuesday lunch time in Portlaoise as Independent presidential candidate Catherine Connolly hits the streets as part of her nationwide canvass.
She's...
Water re-fill stations requested around Portlaoise following Leisure Centre success
A Laois County Councillor has requested that water re-fill stations be installed across the town of Portlaoise.
Fianna Fail Councillor Catherine Fitzgerald made the call...
‘I am confident something can be done’ – Laois Councillors pushing for replacement of...
Laois County Councillors have expressed their hope and desire that something can be done to replace the jobs at a factory that is soon...
Catherine Connolly on Alan Kelly comments, potential Sinn Féin support and broadening out the...
As it stands, there are three candidates in next month's presidential election.
Fianna Fáil have selected former Dublin football manager Jim Gavin, Fine Gael have...
In Pictures: Laois event showcases year-round benefits of hedgerow management
Laois County Council in collaboration with the Heritage Council held a community event during Hedgerow Week.
This brought together landowners, conservationists, educators and public to...
Final details announced as Laois Pride Festival 2025 now underway
Midlands LGBT+ Project and Laois Pride have announced final details of the fourth Laois Pride Festival.
Laois Pride parade and festival is taking place currently...
Much loved Portlaoise cafe announces closure after almost 12 years
The Pantry Café, a much-loved fixture in the Portlaoise community, has closed its doors after nearly 12 years of business.
Located on Market Square and...
Laois County Council set date for when presidential hopefuls can seek their nomination
Laois County Council have set a date for when those seeking a nomination to run for President of Ireland can address them.
LaoisToday understands that...
Free travel for children extended to U-9s in Laois
The new TFI Child Leap Card has extended free travel in Laois across TFI services for children between 5 and 8 years of age.
Speaking...
